Posts Tagged: marathon training

Improving strength without lifting heavy weights is why blood flow restriction training has gained popularity in recent years. Once only in the domain of body building, blood flow resistance (BFR) training has made its way into the strength and conditioning of athletes and musculoskeletal rehabilitation. So where are we at with the evidence, safety,… Read more »

Rob completed the Melbourne Marathon in 3.43 – just under his planned time of 3.47. A big thanks to Michael for his guidance and coaching over the 12 weeks training! The soreness has kicked in and now it’s time to recover! Generally 6 weeks is allowed to recover from a marathon – a long time!… Read more »

Rob is on the home straight with his Marathon Training. The official race number has arrived in the mail and there is no turning back! He’s with his coach Michael Pratt talking about the next two weeks. 2 weeks out starts the taper into the race, less running in terms of total volume but same… Read more »